The film "Cai Ma" (Relocation of the Grave) unexpectedly postponed its release date following the controversy surrounding Thien An.

The Vietnamese horror film "Cải mả" (Relocating the Grave) directed by Thắng Vũ has just announced a change in its release date, moving it to October 31, 2025, following the controversy surrounding Thiên An.

Thien An and Lam Thanh Nha were previously announced to star in the film "Cai Ma" (Relocating the Grave). Photo: Producer.

The film "Reburial" explores the custom of reburial – a long-standing Vietnamese belief associated with the connection between the living and the deceased. Producer Emily Lê stated that the team wanted to touch upon this spiritual space not only to create a sense of horror but also to reflect the memories and emotions deeply ingrained in Vietnamese culture across generations.

The film's main setting is Phu Yen – a familiar land through the lens of tourism , but now appearing both poetic and mysterious. To respect the local elements, the film crew preserved the traditional rituals and minimized disruption to local life. Two important locations, the ancestral house and the Do family cemetery, were meticulously recreated to be both cinematic and culturally authentic.

Unlike many other horror films, "Cai Ma" doesn't focus on a single central character but revolves around an entire extended family. The filming sets are closely linked to the unique colors and personalities of each character. Avin Lu, Rima Thanh Vy, and Lam Thanh Nha are the main faces, alongside actors from different generations such as Kieu Trinh, Hoang Phuc, Hoang Meo, etc.

The cast of the film "Cai Ma" (Relocating the Grave). Photo: Film crew.

The crew used many local elements to build the eerie atmosphere: from music , costumes, folk symbols to traditional musical instruments. Avin Lu and Rima Thanh Vy even learned to play the goong instrument to better portray their roles. "We're not making a documentary, but we still want to tell the story based on authentic culture," director Thang Vu emphasized.

The film's plot revolves around the Do family. After a series of misfortunes, Ms. Tu Chanh (Kieu Trinh) calls on her siblings to return to their hometown to rebury their ancestors' graves. However, from the moment the first shovelful touches the earth, buried secrets gradually surface, dragging the entire family into a terrifying vortex.

The film "Cai Ma" initially announced Thien An as having a significant role. However, after she became embroiled in a legal dispute with Jack, many viewers debated the matter, causing difficulties for the film crew. Currently, the producers have not announced whether the actress will continue to star in "Cai Ma" or if her role has been cut.

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